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Living in Abu Dhabi, UAE by Expat Exchange Member

Article Summary: One member of ExpatExchange offers a glimpse of life in Abu Dhabi. Diversity is the key to this city's allure! (Continue)

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A reader replied on May 24, 2013 02:05 with:

Hi I would like to work in Abu Dhabi and take my kids with me. What will we ( wife and ) be spending on High and Elementary schooling for our boys?

adminee posted You Could Win $75 Amazon Gift Card for Posting Tips about Living in United Arab Emirates on the United Arab Emirates forum on May 23, 2013:

Be one of the first to post tips about living (working, parenting, moving to, retiring, etc.) in United Arab Emirates in our new Expat Tip section. Or, you may submit general tips about expat life! The 3 expats who submit the most tips in May will receive $75 Amazon.com gift certificates! (Note: tips that are promotional in nature are not counted in this top tip competition -- although tips that promote events and professionals who submit helpful advice are WELCOME on Expat Tips!!) Expat Tip Section: http://www.expatexchange.com/expattips Post a Tip: http://www.expatexchange.com/expat/index.cfm?pr=tip Help build an amazing resource for the expat community! Thank You! Betsy Burlingame Expat Exchange

raaf313 replied to the thread 30 something woman wanting to make friends in Dubai on the United Arab Emirates forum:

caixota initially posted:

Hi, I'm new to Dubai, I came here by myself to start a new job. I have been here 3 weeks and finding it difficult to meet people, I AM NOT LOOKING FOR A RELATIONSHIP, OR A FLING! Sorry, just thought I'd add that to save any confusion. I am looking for friends to meet up with and maybe have drink, or coffee, or shopping, or sightseeing, movies etc. Just looking to meet some like minded people to hang out with, maybe there are some other newbies out there who are finding it hard to meet people and also looking for someone to hang out with and discover Dubai? - I'm sick of staying at home watching TV! I'm starting to talk back to it!

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raaf313 replied on May 19, 2013 with:

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aabii786 replied on September 27, 2012 with:

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adminee posted New Expat Tip Tool on the United Arab Emirates forum on May 14, 2013:

We wanted to send out a note to introduce our new Expat Tip Tool. It helps you offer advice and grab tips from other expatriates about international jobs, moving overseas, retiring overseas and more. Use it to keep track of your expat insights and save tips from others living abroad all in one place! http://www.expatexchange.com/expattips Or, click on "Expat Tips" on the top of any page of Expat Exchange! Also, if you would like to add a photo to your profile, you can do that now, too. Click on "My Profile" - "Photo" and upload a photo today!

elhelm2002 posted learning Islam and Arabic Language by Skype on the United Arab Emirates forum on May 12, 2013:

I am an experienced teacher of Modern Standard and Colloquial Arabic and have been teaching Arabic privately to students for the last 7 years. I am familiar with a range of course books including the Samia Louis series of course books for colloquial Arabic which I know form the core course material used at ILI for courses in Egyptian Arabic. In addition to teaching I write a regular series of Arabic topics in Egyptian Arabic in the BCA magazine Cairo. I really enjoy this work: helping foreigners learn Arabic and understand our culture . In parallel to teaching, I've just graduated at the Open University faculty of "Dar al Ouloum Cairo University-Egypt" licentiate of - The Arabic Language and Islamic studies. Just let me know if you are interested. Skype Name: elhelm2002 Thanks Muhammed

What You Need to Know About Moving to Dubai by Einat Mazafi

Article Summary: Relocation professional, Einat Mazafi, discusses the pros and cons of moving to Dubai. The warm temperatures, large expat community, world-class shopping vs. strict Islamic laws and high cost-of-living. (Continue)

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Blighty commented on the Expat Report Review of Star International School Mirdif in Dubai, UAE

How would you describe the facilities at this school? What extra-curricular activities are available?

facilities in the school are poor. No outdoor playing field/grass area. Children play in the large sports hall at break times. There is one teacher led activity per child per week. Other activities are provided from outside companies which you pay for. A promised swimming pool which is (apparently) under construction is still far from complete. The Principal loves music so singing,(hours of prep for the all singing end of year show takes place)is whats on offer but no drama etc (Continue)

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Blighty replied most recently with:

This report is both biased and outdated. Grade levels are Foundation Stage to grade 6. The school facilities are good and include a multi purpose sportshall and a shaded full size competitive swimming pool. There are many extra curricular activities provided, some of which are inclusive in the fees and some of which are paid extra. Whilst the previous principal supported a love of music it is unfair to say that drama was not provided. Music and drama were and still are provided for well. Families arriving into the school are warmly welcomed and provided for. Those returning to their home countries are provided with full reports and support. The PTFA (Parent teachers friends association) is an active organisation working for the good of the community and provides social events and fundraising throughout the year. In my experience the principals, both past and present, treat parents with the utmost respect and seek to provide a community which upholds the highest standards of education.

jupmoons posted any good pubs in Abu Dhabi? on the United Arab Emirates forum:

Hi All, I'm moving to Abu Dhabi in 2 weeks for work and was just wondering if there are any good pubs? for chilling out after work/weekends - I'm a single female Cheers

chastain12 posted 2011 LEXUS LX570 on the United Arab Emirates forum:

2011 LEXUS LX570 - $15,000 USD Used for just 22weeks. Full Options, never faulty before. Tires are %100 great, The Car is in perfect shape, The car is low KM, Gulf specification, Automatic Car looks like brand new, No accident Record. contact email: j_chastain@outlook.com

Zara123 replied to the thread Looking for nanny on the United Arab Emirates forum:

Zara123 initially posted:

Hi all! We are new in Abu Dhabi and I don't know where to look for a good nanny/ midwife for our kids. One is 2 and little one is newborn. Please kindly advise on where can I hire a good nanny. I really need help with this, please advise. Thank you in advance!

Zara123 replied most recently with:

Thank you Sandinmaesporran , I will check this site now.

Sandinmaesporran replied most recently with:

Hello Zara, have you looked on expatwoman.com plenty of nannies/maids that advertise on there.